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What field recorder should I buy?
The best field recorders you can buy today
- Tascam DR-40X. The best field recorder for musicians.
- Zoom H8 Handy Recorder. The best field recorder for versatility.
- Roland R-07. The best field recorder for everyday use.
- Sony PCM D-100.
- Olympus LS P4.
- Sound Devices MixPre-6 II.
- Marantz Pro PMD-661 MkIII.
- Shure Motiv MV88.
What volume should my audio interface be?
A good rule of thumb is that your volume level should be low enough to allow for conversation without raising your voice. If you need to shout to be heard, your monitors are too loud.
What is a good audio recorder?
The Sony UX560 is an easy-to-use recorder that provides crisp, clear audio in the most-common recording situations. It recharges via USB and lets you easily transfer files to a computer.
Can a field recorder be used as a mixer?
The latter don’t usually have built-in mics, but they will usually feature at least four balanced XLR inputs for extended audio possibilities. With so many musicians embracing the role of creator, it’s good to know that some field recorders of both types double up as mixers and interfaces.
Which is the best feature of a field recorder?
The ability to set recording levels independently for each mic is a real plus-point too. Every recorder will feature some kind of limiter, which should protect your recording from sudden audio spikes, such as an unexpected loud noise. After all, who knows what your subject is about to do, play, sing or bark?
What kind of MIC do you need for field recording?
If you’re going to be field recording, you’ll want either a lav mic, a shotgun mic, a dynamic mic, or even just a digital recorder. The lav microphone is very commonly used outside because of its portability. Whether you’re a reporter on the go or making a short travel vlog for your YouTube channel, lav mics are small and easy to use.
How many inputs does a sonic field recorder have?
A whopping eight inputs and 12 tracks means that you’re unlikely to run out of sonic capacity, but if you do, you can remove the included mic capsule and replace it with a further four XLR inputs. Or you can swap the included mic capsule with one of more than half a dozen other mic options including an Ambisonic array.